Serving 2,230 students in grades 9-12, Legacy High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legacy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Legacy High School's student population of 2,230 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Legacy High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#86 out of 1779 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
24%
35%
Black
2%
5%
White
62%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy High School's ranking?
Legacy High School is ranked #86 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Legacy High School often compared to?
Legacy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broomfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Legacy High School?
The graduation rate of Legacy High School is 94%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Legacy High School?
2,230 students attend Legacy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Legacy High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Legacy High School?
Legacy High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Legacy High School offer ?
Legacy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Legacy High School part of?
Legacy High School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools School District.
School Reviews
2 4/16/2020
There is no rating lower than one star, so that's what I gave. Adams 12 has been a disappointment overall. Legacy is not an exception. The lack of professionalism and support for the students is what Legacy is known for in the community. I urge parents to consider other options and not support this institution with your dollars, nor trust them with your child.
1 2/10/2020
This school needs to step it up.
5 2/17/2011
High expectations for all students. Good principal..good kids and what's most impressive is the schools band program. That band is one of a kind if not the best i've seen.
2 3/10/2010
Not particularly interested in helping LD students succeed. Very puntative atmosphere.
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